Personal Info
Known For:
Acting
Birthday:
January 17, 1949
Place of Birth:
New York City, New York, USA
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Andy Kaufman
Biography
Andrew Geoffrey "Andy" Kaufman (January 17, 1949 – May 16, 1984) was an American entertainer, actor and performance artist. While often referred to as a comedian, Kaufman did not consider himself to be one. He disdained telling jokes and engaging in comedy as it was traditionally understood, referring to himself instead as a "song-and-dance man." Elaborate hoaxes and pranks were major elements of his career. His act maintains a cult following and he continues to be respected among comedians for his original material, performance style, and unflinching commitment to character.
Known For
Filmography
| Year | TV Show | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | O.J.: Made in America | Self (archive footage) |
| 2006 | Legends | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) |
| 1980 | Fridays | Self - Guest Host |
| 1978 | Taxi | Latka Gravas |
| 1977 | Stick Around | Andy, The Robot |
| 1975 | Van Dyke and Company | Self |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live | Self - Stand-up Act |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live | Foreign Man |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live | Self |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live | Andy Kaufman |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live | Self - Special Guest |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live | British Man |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live | Andy Kaufman / Voice of Elvis |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live | Self (uncredited) |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live | Elvis |
| 1974 | Dinah! | Self |
| 1962 | The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson | Self |